“Time-Out” before RSI Drug Adminstration

In my Prehospital RSI Checklist, under “Procedure” you will see a “Time-Out” called. This is designed as a last minute check before the procedure is initiated. Is the Intubator and their selected equipment ready? Are all meds drawn up and proper dosages confirmed? Does Assistant(s) understand their roles and responsibilities? Is all needed equipment selected and within arm’s reach? Are there any contraindications to succinylcholine if being used (e.g. med alert tags for malignant hyperthermia, evidence of hyperkalemia, peaked T waves, evidence or hx of muscle wasting disease)?.